Hundreds Of Dead Geese Found On Beach In Jamesport, Across Long Island; Residents Search For Answers
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Key Points:
- Over 100 dead or sick geese and ducks have been reported in the Jamesport area and across Long Island, with residents witnessing large numbers of deceased Canadian geese along shorelines and on ice in Peconic Bay.
- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is investigating the situation, collecting samples for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) testing, though no confirmed HPAI cases have been reported on the North Fork during the 2025-2026 season.
- DEC warns the public to avoid contact with sick or dead birds, as HPAI can infect a wide range of wild birds and mammals, and advises following CDC safety protocols to reduce risk of disease transmission.
